Exterior Detail in Wilmington, NC

An exterior detail in Wilmington is priced by the size of the vehicle and the condition of the paint, so each car gets a quote after a few photos. Heavy tar, tree sap or a long gap since the last proper wash take more time, and the quote should reflect that before work starts.

An exterior detail is a deep clean and protection of the outside of the car, well beyond a wash. It typically covers a careful hand wash, wheels and tires, removal of iron and tar the wash leaves behind, and a protective layer so the paint stays cleaner and glossier between visits.

Our paint sealant typically lasts three to six months, depending on how the car is washed and how much sun, salt and rain it sees. Gentle hand washes with a pH-neutral soap keep it working longer, while automatic car washes and harsh soaps wear protection down much faster than people expect.

Yes, a careful hand wash is gentler on paint than an automatic car wash because clean wash media keeps grit off the surface. Brushes and recycled water in many automatic washes drag dirt across the paint and leave the fine swirl marks you see in direct sun on darker cars.

Most cars benefit from an exterior detail every two to three months, with gentle washes in between. Cars parked outside near the coast or under trees collect salt, sap and pollen faster, so they need decontamination and fresh protection more often to keep the paint smooth, glossy and easy to clean.